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PC Tracey Downer of East Dorset police said: “We are continuing to investigate this incident and officers have visited the victim to provide reassurance and offer advice to residents in the area.

“I would ask anyone who witnessed this incident or saw any suspicious activity in the area at the time to please contact the police.

“I would also like to take this opportunity to remind residents to always ask for identification if you have any doubts about the intentions of a visitor to your property. They should have no issues with showing it if they are genuine.

“Never let anyone you do not know into your property. If you have any concerns contact a family member or neighbour and inform the police.”

Anyone with information about the Oak Tree Park burglary should contact Dorset Police by calling 101 or by email at 101@dorset.pnn.police.uk and quote incident number 55170146942.